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Coping with the Death of a Grandparent

May 12, 2022

The death of a grandparent can be one of the hardest things people experience, especially as for many this is the first experience of grief that they have to deal with. Whilst there is nothing that can be done or ...Read More
This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on May 12, 2022 by Brian.

A Guide to making bequests in a will

April 22, 2022

Do you want to leave a gift, known as a bequest, to an individual or organisation in your will? There are many different types of bequest which you should familiarise yourself with before making one. Read on to find out ...Read More
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This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on April 22, 2022 by Brian.

Who is responsible for making funeral plans

March 14, 2022

When someone passes away, no one wants the responsibility of making funeral arrangements. Although anyone can do it, you may wonder who is actually responsible for planning the funeral. The responsibility of arranging and covering the costs of the funeral ...Read More
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This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on March 14, 2022 by Brian.

Dealing with first times after a bereavement

February 11, 2022

Significant days, such as birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries, Mother’s Day, or Father’s Day, can be difficult to celebrate after losing a loved one, especially if it is the first one since their passing. Tackling those big first times since you lost ...Read More
This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on February 11, 2022 by Brian.

How to support a young person who is grieving

January 12, 2022

Losing someone you love can be devastating at any age. Children may find it particularly difficult to process death and may have feelings they have not experienced before. It can be difficult to know how to support a young person ...Read More
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This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on January 12, 2022 by Brian.

What to avoid saying to someone who is grieving

December 10, 2021

Naturally, when someone loses a loved one, you want to console them, but it can be difficult to know what to say to someone who is grieving. If you are worried that you will say the wrong thing or make ...Read More
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This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on December 10, 2021 by Brian.

What to do when someone dies checklist

November 13, 2021

Losing someone you care about can naturally be very overwhelming, without worrying about the formalities that follow a death. You may not know what to do following a death, or maybe you are struggling with where to start or what ...Read More
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This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on November 13, 2021 by Brian.

Ways to cope with the first Christmas after someone has died

October 25, 2021

Christmas is typically a joyous occasion but, following the loss of a loved one, it can be painful to think about a Christmas without them, especially if it is the first one since their passing. Although it may be difficult, ...Read More
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This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on October 25, 2021 by Brian.

Bible Readings for Funerals

September 6, 2021

Bible readings and prayers are read at both Christian and non-religious funerals and can be an important part of the service. These readings help us to acknowledge the loss of someone, to remember them, to pay respects to them, and ...Read More
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This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on September 6, 2021 by Brian.

What to wear to a Funeral

August 9, 2021

Preparing for a funeral can be difficult. Moreover, deciding what to wear can feel overwhelming, especially if you have never been to a funeral before or it is unexpected. Here are some things you should consider when picking out what ...Read More
This entry was posted in News, Useful Information on August 9, 2021 by Brian.

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